What is the best internet provider in Bend?
Bend may lack variety in internet providers, but after careful research, CNET believes TDS Broadband is the top choice in Bend, Oregon. It offers the fastest speeds in the area, reliable service and a range of plans to fit different needs.
If your need for speed is a bit more moderate, T-Mobile 5G Home Internet is a solid backup choice, thanks to its affordability. The Rely Home Internet plan gets you speeds up to 318Mbps for $40 a month ($35 when bundled with an eligible phone plan). If other options are unavailable, Starlink and CenturyLink provide good backup choices, though CenturyLink speeds tend to be on the low side, and Starlink pricing can be on the higher side.
Bend internet providers compared Provider Internet technology Monthly price range Speed range Monthly equipment costs Data cap Contract CNET review score CenturyLink
Read full review DSL $55 Up to 140Mbps $15 (optional) None None 6.7 Starlink
Read full review Satellite $120 25-220Mbps $349 upfront None None N/A T-Mobile 5G Home Internet
Read full review Fixed wireless $40-$70 ($35-$55 with eligible mobile plans) 87-415Mbps None None None 7.4 TDS (Bend Broadband) Cable $30 1,000Mbps $12 (optional) None None N/A Show more (0 item) Shop providers at my address
Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
Other available internet providers in Bend
Fixed wireless : A few regional fixed wireless networks in Bend are worth considering. Blue Mountain Networks, PrineTime and Webformix all operate in the area, but none of them are great options, and you’ll have to fill out a form to see what plans are available at your address. US Cellular is a national fixed wireless provider available almost everywhere in Bend, but the company doesn’t say what speeds you can expect.
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